Sangchu-Geotjeori (Spicy Korean Lettuce Salad)
Sangchu-Geotjeori (Spicy Korean Lettuce Salad)
Ingredients
For the Salad
- 1 bunch green leaf lettuce, chopped
- 3 green onions, cut into long, thin strips
For the Dressing
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 4 tablespoons gochugaru, (Korean chili flakes)
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- 1
Thoroughly wash and dry the green leaf lettuce. Chop the lettuce into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large mixing bowl.
⏱️ 3 min
- 2
Trim the roots and any damaged parts from the green onions. Cut the green onions into long, thin strips, approximately 2-3 inches in length. Add them to the bowl with the chopped lettuce.
⏱️ 2 min
- 3
In a separate small bowl, combine the minced garlic, soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, gochugaru, toasted sesame oil, and toasted sesame seeds. Whisk well until the sugar is dissolved and all ingredients are thoroughly combined to form the dressing.
⏱️ 3 min
- 4
Pour the prepared dressing over the chopped lettuce and green onions in the large mixing bowl. For best results and to prevent staining your hands, wear a clear plastic glove.
⏱️ 1 min
- 5
Using your gloved hands, gently but thoroughly mix all the ingredients. Massage the dressing into the lettuce and green onions until every piece is evenly coated. This process helps the flavors meld and slightly tenderizes the lettuce.
⏱️ 5 min
- 6
Serve the Sangchu-Geotjeori immediately as a fresh side dish or with your favorite Korean meal. Enjoy!
⏱️ 1 min
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Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Sangchu-Geotjeori (Spicy Korean Lettuce Salad)
For the Salad
- 1 bunch green leaf lettuce, chopped
- 3 green onions, cut into long, thin strips
For the Dressing
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 4 tablespoons gochugaru, (Korean chili flakes)
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- 1
Thoroughly wash and dry the green leaf lettuce. Chop the lettuce into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large mixing bowl.
⏱️ 3 min - 2
Trim the roots and any damaged parts from the green onions. Cut the green onions into long, thin strips, approximately 2-3 inches in length. Add them to the bowl with the chopped lettuce.
⏱️ 2 min - 3
In a separate small bowl, combine the minced garlic, soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, gochugaru, toasted sesame oil, and toasted sesame seeds. Whisk well until the sugar is dissolved and all ingredients are thoroughly combined to form the dressing.
⏱️ 3 min - 4
Pour the prepared dressing over the chopped lettuce and green onions in the large mixing bowl. For best results and to prevent staining your hands, wear a clear plastic glove.
⏱️ 1 min - 5
Using your gloved hands, gently but thoroughly mix all the ingredients. Massage the dressing into the lettuce and green onions until every piece is evenly coated. This process helps the flavors meld and slightly tenderizes the lettuce.
⏱️ 5 min - 6
Serve the Sangchu-Geotjeori immediately as a fresh side dish or with your favorite Korean meal. Enjoy!
⏱️ 1 min